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01/04/2026

I've seen a lot of "ads" and posts suggesting that you can get money by clicking on a link or filing with a certain preparer.

Those are either scams or misleading ads.

Right now, there are no stimulus checks, no tariff checks (including the $2,000 tariff checks that were proposed but not approved), and no early refunds (tax season has not yet opened).

Be smart. Don't fall for the nonsense.

If you have questions about whether something is legitimate, ask a trusted source.

09/09/2025

The list is out! Track your tips.

Occupations That Customarily and Regularly Received Tips on or Before December 31, 2024.

https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/Tipped-Occupations-Detailed-8-27-2025.pdf

07/15/2025

Still confused about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA)? The IRS has issued some initial guidance with respect to new provisions that take effect for 2025.

07/14/2025

My daughter Lindsey Dopheide is engaged! 💍
She said yes to William Wolgamood (my new son, by Lindsey’s excellent choice) — and I couldn’t be happier.

📸 Photos by her sister Megan Dopheide — sunset in Malibu, pure magic 🌅

And yes, I may have whispered…
“Did you know the ring is a non-taxable gift under the annual exclusion?”🤓

Other thoughts I kept to myself:
• “Joint returns in the future…”
• “They'll need to update those W-4s after the wedding!”

02/05/2025